He’s one of the most recognisable faces in the UK for his work on - and off - the pitch. A prolific goalscorer for England turned host of the BBC’s iconic Match of the Day TV programme.
Now embarking on a new chapter with his hugely-popular The Rest is Football podcast, Gary Lineker sits down with John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy to reminisce. And there’s ... Show More
Dec 16
Advice for Maresca, Salah backing & Nigeria home truths
Settle in, folks as John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy bring you this extended version of Taking the Mikel, and for good reason, as there’s no shortage of talking points. In this episode, the guys try to decipher Enzo Maresca’s cryptic post-match comments as Chelsea return to winni ... Show More
1h 45m
Dec 1
Chelsea ‘better than’ Arsenal, finally the ‘real’ Reece James & unsung hero Pedro Neto
John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy are back in the hotseats as they pour over Chelsea’s 1-1 draw with league leaders Arsenal. Did Moises Caicedo deserve his red card? And what did we learn about Chelsea as again, in the big games, they come to the fore. Obi has words of praise for ... Show More
1h 6m
Nov 27
Obi Mikel meets Roberto Carlos: Inside story of Real Madrid’s Galacticos, Beckham’s brilliance & Ronaldo’s ‘98 woes
John Obi Mikel is in Madrid to catch up with arguably the greatest left-back in the history of the game: Roberto Carlos.
In this wide-ranging interview, the Brazilian legend opens up on what life was like as a Real Madrid ‘Galactico’. The highs, the lows, and the stories from ... Show More
48m 6s
Aug 2025
Mikel John Obi Part 1: Fergie Vs Mourinho, JT's Leadership & Scraps In The Dressing Room
Gary Lineker is joined by former Chelsea midfielder Mikel John Obi, who shares the unbelievable story of the dramatic tug of war between Manchester United and Chelsea over his signature. From secret meetings to jumping through bushes, Mikel reveals all in this jaw-dropping tale f ... Show More
1h 6m
Apr 2025
Petr Cech: Life After Chelsea, Jose Mourinho Stories & Sneaking into Real Madrid Training…
Petr Čech joins us on the Fozcast! 🧤🇨🇿 Premier League Hall of Famer, Champions League winner, and one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time – Petr Čech sits down with Ben and Tom to relive the biggest moments of his iconic career at Chelsea and Arsenal. He talks us through: ... Show More
1h 14m
Sep 2021
Ronaldo back with a bang, Lukaku's first goals at Stamford Bridge and what's in store in the WSL?
Vicky and Darren are joined by Ryan Taylor to discuss Ronaldo's fairytale return to Old Trafford, and Lukaku's immediate impact at Chelsea, as both summer signings bag braces on their returns to their former clubs. Also, the WSL is previewed ahead of a bumper day of matches, and ... Show More
1h 2m